However, Bailly has taken to the social media to applaud his inclusion in the star-studded list which included the 2018 African Footballer of the Year winner Mohamed Salah.

“It is an honour to be selected in the 2018 African Team of the Year,” Bailly tweeted.

“Very happy to be one of the two Ivorians in the XI alongside my dear friend Serge Aurier.”

It is an honour to be selected in the 2018 African Team of the Year. Very happy to be one of the two Ivorians in the XI alongside my dear friend @Serge_Aurier. 🇨🇮Feeling blessed for this award. 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/zS1xtO9lgn